This week's quiz includes two Dolly Parton questions, because she deserves it

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Morris, H. J. (2026, August 28). This week's quiz includes two Dolly Parton questions, because she deserves it. NPR. https://www.npr.org/2026/08/28/g-s1-140390/dolly-parton-tim-curry-meta-tariff-news-quiz

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Dolly Parton died this week at the age of 80, along with actor Tim Curry also aged 80. The article mentions that celebrity deaths often come in threes, but provides no further context on this phenomenon. There are no specific numbers or statistics mentioned in the article. This is a brief news report without analysis or commentary.

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Country music legend Dolly Parton died on August 26, 2026, at the age of 80 in Nashville. Initially, no cause of death was provided by her publicist; however, a later statement revealed that she had been battling cancer and passed away at Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center surrounded by loved ones. A small private service for immediate family members was held shortly after her passing.

Parton's career spanned decades, during which she became one of the most beloved figures in American entertainment, known not only for hits like "Jolene" and "I Will Always Love You," but also for her extensive philanthropic work. She founded the Imagination Library in 1995 to promote literacy among children by providing books free of charge.

On August 31, Parton was laid to rest next to her late husband Carl Dean at Woodlawn Memorial Park and Mausoleum in Nashville. Her great-niece Lainey shared a heartfelt tribute on social media reflecting on Parton's unwavering support and belief in her family members' dreams. (Note: The narrative is constructed based on the provided articles, which don't contradict each other.)

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Kevin Winter/Getty Images for The Painted Turtle; Jason Kempin/Getty Images; Cameron Spencer/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Kevin Winter/Getty Images for The Painted Turtle; Jason Kempin/Getty Images; Cameron Spencer/Getty Images Dolly Parton died this week at 80.

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🔮 This week's quiz includes two Dolly Parton questions, because she deserves itThe singer, actress and philanthropist could have filled a whole quiz, but we had to give other people a chance.

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